17 days in Chicago and Beyond Itinerary

On the 6th (Fri), look for all kinds of wild species at Wildlife Discovery Center, then relax in the rural setting at Elawa Farm, and then indulge your thirst for a good beer at Tighthead Brewing Company. On the 7th (Sat), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: admire the majestic nature at Moraine Hills State Park, see the interesting displays at Volo Museum, and then brush up on your knowledge of spirits at Fox River Distilling Company.

To see reviews, photos, ratings, and tourist information, go to the McHenry vacation planner.

Beaune, France to McHenry is an approximately 23.5-hour combination of flight and car. Traveling from Beaune to McHenry, you'll gain 7 hours due to the time zone difference. October in McHenry sees daily highs of 19°C and lows of 7°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 7th (Sat) so you can go by car to Chicago.

Chicago is known for sightseeing, museums, and nightlife. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: explore the world behind art at The Art Institute of Chicago, get a new perspective on nature at Field Museum, take a tour by water with Boat Tours & Water Sports, and take in panoramic vistas at Skydeck Chicago - Willis Tower.

To find reviews, other places to visit, maps, and other tourist information, use the Chicago trip planner.

Traveling by car from McHenry to Chicago takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. October in Chicago sees daily highs of 21°C and lows of 11°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 16th (Mon) so you can drive to Rockford.

Venture out of the city with trips to White Pines Forest State Park (in Mount Morris), Dixon (Old Settlers Memorial Cabin, Dixon's Railroad Street Arches, &more) and Edwards Apple Orchard (in Poplar Grove).

To see maps, more things to do, reviews, and other tourist information, you can read our Rockford journey planning website.

Traveling by car from Chicago to Rockford takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus; or do a combination of subway and bus. Traveling from Chicago in October, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be slightly colder in Rockford, with lows of 7°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 20th (Fri) to allow time to travel back home.